As there is a strong possibility that many of the men who were involved in the D Day landings will probably not be here in another 5 years, it does not take a brain surgeon to work out that each 5th year should be 'special'. Sarkozy failed to invite HM or any member of the Royal family, there are no excuses possible, even though the anti monarchy paper, The Independant might try.

As there is a strong possibility that many of the men who were involved in the D Day landings will probably not be here in another 5 years, it does not take a brain surgeon to work out that each 5th year should be 'special'. Sarkozy failed to invite HM or any member of the Royal family, there are no excuses possible, even though the anti monarchy paper, The Independant might try.

Of course it was just a question...It's not my attention to find any excuses to the French Government...I just try to understand this sad affair.

Queen Elizabeth II inspects members of the Gentlemen at Arms in
Colour Court at St James's Palace London as part of a parade to
mark the 500th anniversary of the institution of the Gentlemen
at Arms as the Monarch's bodyguards by King Henry VII in 1509,
June 4, 2009 . Prince Philip attended as well, see pic 4 .

Always nice to see the Flame Lily brooch.
It brings back memories of its first appearance, and the reason for why The Queen wore it. As we are near to another anniversary of The Coronation, it all ties in neatly.